Dampney
Thurmalox® 260 Air Dry Series
Heat and Corrosion Resistant to 500°F
Standard and Custom Colors
Apply Directly to Hot Steel
Description
Thurmalox 260 series coatings are air drying, self-
priming, heat and corrosion resistant coatings based on
a silicone copolymer resin and a highly effective
corrosion inhibitive pigment system. Thurmalox 260
series coatings are designed for application to ambient
temperature metal surfaces or directly to hot metal
surfaces up to 500°F (260°C) of operating equipment.
They provide a tough, chemically resistant, durable
finish with excellent film integrity and color stability.
Thurmalox 260 series coatings protect metal surfaces
from corrosion and weathering up to 500°F (260°C),
with peaks to 600°F (315°C). Thurmalox 260 series
coatings are available in a wide range of standard (see
Master Color Card) and custom colors.
Recommended Uses
• Refinery and chemical plant equipment
• Furnaces, heaters, heat exchangers
• Columns, fractionators, towers
• Riser lines, lift pipes, ducts
• Boilers, breechings, stacks
• Compressors, turbines, engines, pumps
• Flare lines and flare stacks
• Boil-out piping (steam-out lines)
Features
• Air dries, easily applied
• Heat resistant to 500°F (260°C), with peaks to
600°F (315°C)
• Excellent corrosion, chemical and weather
resistance
• Direct application to metal surfaces as hot as 500°F
only when applied by spray
• Outstanding color stability to 500°F (260°C)
• Hot equipment can be painted without being shut
down
• May be applied to hot surfaces during the winter
• Excellent bond to stainless steel without the need
to abrasive blast (see Surface Preparation)
Dampney Company, Inc. n 85 Paris Street, Everett, Massachusetts 02149
Tel: (617) 389-2805 n Fax: (617) 389-0484 n E-mail: sales@dampney.com n Website: www.dampney.com
Protective Coatings
*Thurmalox 260 series black and aluminum-pigmented
coatings are the only colors that are not self-priming.
Apply any other Thurmalox 260 series coating as a
prime coat.
Not Recommended For
• Direct application to surfaces having a surface
temperature above 500°F (260°C)
• Immersion service
• Interiors of stacks, breechings and scrubbers
Surface Preparation - Carbon Steel
1. To ensure optimum long-term coating system
performance, surfaces must be clean, dry and free
from dirt, oil, grease, salts, welding flux, mill scale,
rust, oxides, old paint, corrosion products or other
foreign matter.
2. Remove all surface imperfections that will induce
premature coating system failure. Chip or scrape
off weld splatter. Grind down sharp and rough
edges, gouges, and pits.
3. Abrasive blast surface per specification SSPC-SP
10, “Near-White Blast Cleaning”, or per NACE
Standard No. 2 to a profile depth of 1.5-2.0 mils
maximum. Abrasive used in blasting should be
selected carefully from materials of mesh size
required to produce the desired anchor pattern.
4. If abrasive blasting is not permitted, prepare
surface by power tool cleaning per SSPC-SP 11.
Use 3M brand “Heavy Duty Roto Peen”, type C flap
wheel cleaning system mounted on an air-driven
motor. This method will provide a surface
equivalent to that provided by commercial blast
cleaning per SSPC-SP 6, including the desired
surface profile.
5. Feather out all edges of adjacent painted surfaces
after completion of surface preparation operations
and prior to application of the first coat of paint.
 Bulletin 260

Surface Preparation - Stainless Steel Conventional Spray:

1. Surfaces must be clean and dry. Remove all oil, Spray gun DeVilbiss MBC-510 or equal
grease, soil, drawing and cutting compounds, and Fluid tip AV115-FX (0.0425”)
other foreign matter by methods outlined in Steel Air cap 704
Structures Painting Council Specification SSPC-SP Fluid hose* 3/8” ID
1, “Solvent Cleaning”. Air hose 5/16” ID
2. DO NOT USE CHLORINATED SOLVENTS ON Atomizing pressure 40-45 psi
STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES. *Smaller hose diam. or length over 25 ft. may require
3. For large surface areas, steam clean with an increased pressure.
alkaline detergent, follow by a steam or fresh water
wash to remove detrimental residues. Airless Spray:
4. For small surface areas, solvent wipe with Spray gun Graco 205-591, 208-663
Dampney 170 Thinner, a chloride free solvent, Fluid tips 163-614, 163-616 (12” fan)
using proper procedures and precautions to Pump Graco Bulldog 30:1
minimize hazards. Fluid hose 3/8” ID
Air press. to pump 65-80 psi
Mixing
Redisperse any settled-out pigments by stirring with a Brush: Use only wooden-handled brush with short
paint paddle followed by thorough mixing to a uniform China bristles. Do not use synthetic-bristled brushes.
consistency with an explosion-proof or air-driven power Do not flood surface with coating. Brush out
mixer. Do not open containers until ready to use. thoroughly, maintaining a continuous wet edge and
Keep lid on container when not in use. uniform appearing paint film.

Application Guidelines Roller: Use only wooden-handled roller with phenolic

Surface temperature must be at least 5°F (3°C) above shank and core, and 1/4-3/8” nap. Do not flood surface
dew point. with coating. Roll out excess coating on a suitable,
screened surface. Then roll out thoroughly,
Carbon Steel maintaining a continuous wet edge and uniform
Primer: Thurmalox 260 Series* 2.0 - 2.5 mils appearing paint film.
(50-62 microns)
Topcoat: Thurmalox 260 Series 2.0 - 2.5 mils Procedures for Application to Hot Surfaces
(50-62 microns) 1. All hot applications must be performed with spray
Total dry film thickness 4.0 - 5.0 mils equipment only.
(100 - 125 microns) 2. Flush spray equipment with Dampney 100 Thinner
*Thurmalox 260 series black and aluminum pigmented before use.
coatings are the only colors that are not self priming. 3. Thinning of Thurmalox 260-series coatings is not
Apply any of the other 260 series coatings as a prime normally required for spray application.
coat. 4. Dampney 162 Thinner is a high flash point (134°F),
slow evaporating solvent formulated especially for
Uninsulated Stainless Steel* application to hot surfaces.
For optimum protection apply two coats of Thurmalox 5. WARNING! DO NOT use any other solvents to thin
262 Black to a dry film thickness of 2.0-2.5 mils (50-62 Thurmalox 260 series coatings. A fire hazard may
microns) per coat. Total recommended dry film result from use of solvents with low auto ignition
thickness is 4.0-5.0 mils (100-125 microns). temperatures when applying Thurmalox 260 series
*For application of other Thurmalox 260 series colors to coatings to hot surfaces, and rapid solvent
uninsulated stainless steel consult Dampney Technical evaporation can cause dry spray and poor film
Service. characteristics.
6. Use Dampney 162 Thinner cautiously. Addition of
Application Equipment a small amount of thinner will cause a great
Conventional spray is the recommended method of reduction in coating viscosity. Excessive thinning
application. However, Thurmalox 260 series coatings will cause runs or sags.
may also be applied by airless spray, brush or roller. 7. For conventional spray use adequate air pressure
Do not apply Thurmalox 260 series coatings in heavier and volume to obtain proper atomization.
films than specified since blistering may occur.

Page 2 of 4 0109-Rev.
Replaces issue of 0306

Be aware that procedures for applying coatings to hot
surfaces are somewhat different from those normally
used for application to ambient temperature surfaces.
The following factors should be taken into
consideration:
a) Heat radiating from the surface and/or strong winds
will promote dry spray.
b) To avoid dry spray, always apply coatings
perpendicular to hot surfaces without stretching or
reaching.
c) Perpendicular spraying will also minimize
overspray and lap marks due to dry spray and over
spray.
d) On each pass of the spray gun a thinner than
normal paint film must be applied to facilitate the
heat-accelerated escape of solvents without
leaving pinholes or blisters.
e) Do not use tip sizes greater than 0.042 in. For
surfaces above 350°F-400°F (177°C-204°C)
reduce tip size to 0.036 in. or 0.032 in.
Thinning
Only thin Thurmalox 260 series coatings with Dampney
162 Thinner.
Note: Use of other thinner not approved by Dampney
may hinder product performance and void product
warranty. Also see Procedures for Application to Hot
Surfaces.
Dry Time 70°F (21°C) 50% RH
Thurmalox 260 series coatings will air dry tack and
thumb print free within 4 - 6 hours. Allow 8-10 hours
dry time between coats. Allow 48 hours dry time prior
to shipping and handling if coating is not heat cured.
Surfaces coated with Thurmalox 260 series coatings
can be handled and shipped prior to a heat cure as
long as shipping and handling procedures for thin
filmed systems are followed. Higher temperatures will
reduce tack free, recoat and shipping times. Allow one
hour solvent flash off period before heat curing or
placing into service. Optimum film properties require a
heat cure of 350°F (177°C) for 30 minutes.
Equipment protected with Thurmalox 260 series
coatings in the air-dried state will heat cure when
placed into service.
Page 3 of 4
Bulletin 260
Cleanup
Thoroughly flush spray equipment and hoses
immediately after use with Dampney 100 Thinner.
Dismantle spray equipment and clean parts, brushes
and rollers with Dampney 100 Thinner.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place with temperature between
50°F and 100°F (10°C and 38°C). Keep container
closed when not in use.
Precautionary Information
WARNING: Flammable Liquid and Vapor
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Vapors may
cause flash fire. Do not breathe vapors or spray mist.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Use with
adequate ventilation during mixing and application.
Wear an appropriate, properly fitted organic vapor
cartridge-type respirator (NIOSH approved) during and
after application unless air monitoring demonstrates
vapor/mist levels are below applicable limits. Follow
respirator manufacturer’s directions for respirator use.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective
gloves, chemical safety goggles and impervious
protective clothing. Use skin cream. In confined
spaces it is required to use a positive pressure
supplied-air respirator (NIOSH approved). Use
explosion-proof lights and electrical equipment. Use
only nonsparking tools and equipment. Wear
conductive and nonsparking footwear. Make certain all
electrical equipment is grounded. Observe all safety
precautions and follow procedures described in OSHA
regulations. See Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
for complete precautionary and disposal information.
If instructions and warnings cannot be strictly followed,
do not use this product.
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
0109-Rev.
Replaces issue of 0306
 Bulletin 260

TECHNICAL DATA

Characteristics Thurmalox 260 Series Coatings

Generic Type Silicone copolymer
Color See Master Color Card. Also available in custom colors.
Temperature resistance
Continuous 500°F (260°C)
Intermittent 600°F (315°C)
Percent (%) Solids by volume 52
Dry film thickness per coat 2.0 - 2.5 mils (50 - 62 microns)
Wet film thickness per coat 4.0 - 5.0 mils (100 - 125 microns)
Theoretical coverage 834 mil. sq. ft. per gallon
20.0 sq. m. @ 25 microns per liter
Application temperature @ 50% RH 50°F-500°F (10°C-260°C)
Drying time @ 50% RH 50°F (10°C) 70°F (21°C)
To touch 6-8 hours 4-6 hours
To recoat 10-12 hours 8-10 hours
To ship 72 hours 48 hours
Full cure @ 350°F (177°C)* 30 minutes
Weight per gallon
Thurmalox 260 Series 13.4 lb. (6.0 kg.)
Dampney 162 Thinner 6.8 lb. (3.1 kg.)
Dampney 170 Thinner 8.0 lb. (3.7 kg.)
Dampney 100 Thinner 7.2 lb. (3.2 kg.)
Flash point 134°F (57°C)
Pot life N/A
Shelf life 1 year
Volatile organic compounds 3.3 lb./gal. (395.5 g./l.)
* See Dry Time section

WARRANTY
Dampney protective coating products are expressly warranted to meet applicable technical and quality specifications.
The technical data contained herein are accurate at the date of issuance but are subject to change without prior
notification. No warranty of current accuracy is hereby given or implied. User must contact Dampney to verify
correctness before ordering. Dampney assumes no responsibility for coverage, performance or injuries resulting from
handling or use and LIABILITY, IF ANY, SHALL BE LIMITED TO PRODUCT REPLACEMENT. In no event will
Dampney be responsible for consequential damages, except insofar as mandated by law. Dampney DISCLAIMS ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Page 4 of 4 0109-Rev.
Replaces issue of 0306